Don't Cry: U.S. Navy Iowa-Class Battleships Will Never Make A Comeback

Summary and Key Points: For military history enthusiasts, the idea of seeing the United States Navy's "big gun" fast-battleships, specifically the Iowa-class, back in action stirs a sense of nostalgia. These largest battleships built by the United States were preserved with the potential for future duty.

-Yet, the reality is that they won't return to active service. Modern guided-missile destroyers are more suited for shore bombardment and naval combat today.

-The Iowa-class battleships...